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Half Day Monterey Peninsula Sightseeing Tour

5.011 reviews17-Mile Drive

  • 3h 15m
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation
  • Mobile ticket

Highlights

This comprehensive tour offers a fantastic introduction to the breathtaking beauty of the Monterey Peninsula, featuring sightseeing in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach (with 17 Mile Drive entry included!), and charming Carmel-by-the-Sea. You'll delve into local history and explore iconic points of interest such as the bustling Fisherman's Wharf and historic Cannery Row. Throughout the day, several carefully chosen stops, such as Lover's Point Park, Bird Rock, The Lone Cypress, and the renowned Pebble Beach Lodge, will provide unparalleled opportunities to enjoy the stunning scenery and spot abundant marine wildlife, including sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, and even whales! Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour provides a comprehensive and memorable exploration of this world-renowned coastal region.

Inclusions

What's included

  • 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach entry fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local maps (Monterey Peninsula and 17 Mile Drive)
  • Included for tours of four or more
  • Local Guide

What's not

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Sightseeing drive with full commentary through Old Monterey (former capital of Alta California) to see the historic adobes, San Carlos Cathedral, Customs House, Colton Hall, Monterey Harbor, Presidio of Monterey, Fisherman's Wharf and other points of interest

    Passes by

  2. Historic Cannery Row used to be the largest fish canning neighborhood in America! See the old sardine canneries, beautiful coastline full of marine wildlife, US Coast Guard Station, Steinbeck Plaza and Monterey Bay Aquarium

    Passes by

  3. Guided walk around this picturesque park looking for marine wildlife and spectacular views of the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary and coastline. Sea otters, sea lions and many birds are commonly seen at this stop. Restroom break.

    20 min

  4. Experience Pebble Beach with a guided drive along world-famous 17 Mile Drive where we will see stately mansions, golf courses including, Spanish Bay, Monterey Peninsula Country Club, Spyglass Hill, Cypress Point and Pebble Beach Golf Club. Scenic viewpoints including the Restless Sea, Bird Rock, Fanshell Cove, Ghost Trees and the Lone Cypress make this tour amazing and memorable!

    Passes by

  5. Sightseeing drive through the charming downtown district of shops, art galleries and restaurants. We also drive by the beautiful, white sandy beach with amazing views of Point Lobos and Pebble Beach. This tour concludes with a drive by the historic and iconic Carmel Mission.

    Passes by

  6. Wildlife seen on this tour includes Southern Sea Otters, Harbor Seals, Pacific Sea Lions, pelicans, whales (seasonal), deer and dolphins. Many marine birds are also seen on this tour.

    Passes by

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 12 travellers
Operated by
Ag Venture Tours
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Monterey & Carmel

  • Its from-price is 37% above the median of the 13 city tours we list in Monterey & Carmel.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 9 of 13.

About Monterey & Carmel

Monterey and Carmel share a rugged California peninsula of cypress-lined coast, a famous aquarium, an old Spanish capital and an artists' seaside village.

Monterey stands on the south shore of Monterey Bay in California and was the capital of Alta California under Spain and Mexico. Its historic adobe buildings, including the Custom House, line the old streets near the harbour, while Cannery Row, the former sardine-canning street made famous by John Steinbeck, is now lined with restaurants and shops. The Monterey Bay Aquarium, in a converted cannery, shows the kelp forests and open-sea life of the bay.

Top-ranked sights in Monterey & Carmel: 17-Mile Drive, Cannery Row, Monterey Bay.

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